Accessible via Highway 26, Alpine North Loop Campground provides a single-loop layout with spacious sites that accommodate RVs up to 60 feet. The Forest Service facility charges $20-$100 per night and accepts reservations, though no pets are permitted. Sites include picnic tables and fire rings, with firewood available for purchase from the camp host.
The campground sits near Palisades Reservoir, giving several sites water views. Campers report the location works well as a base for visiting nearby national parks without dealing with crowded in-park camping. Clean pit toilets and potable water serve the loop, though no showers or hookups are available. "Campgrounds are good sizes and accommodates Travel trailers and fifth wheels," notes Trinda B..
Road noise from Highway 26 reaches some sites, and bug activity can be heavy during summer months. AT&T cell coverage proves spotty for data, though voice calls generally work. The town of Alpine sits two miles away for supplies and services. Wildlife sightings typically include squirrels and various bird species.
The friendly camp host provides local knowledge and can direct campers to nearby amenities like the RV dump station at Palisades Dam. For additional options, see camping near Alpine across the state line in Wyoming.
Description
Overview
Alpine North Loop Campground is located in beautiful Star Valley, Wyoming at an elevation of 5,640 feet. The cozy town of Alpine is just 2 miles west. Visitors enjoy boating and fishing on Palisades Reservoir, and day-tripping to Jackson and Grand Teton National Park.
Recreation
Palisades Reservoir is very close, with excellent boating, water skiing, swimming and canoeing. Lake and shore fishing for wild and stocked cutthroat trout is very popular. Brown trout, Kokanee salmon and Mackinaw trout can also be found. Boat ramps are located 2 miles away in Alpine and about 10 miles away near Blowout Campground, off Highway 26. The Grey's River, Salt River and Snake River merge nearby, offering great fishing and wildlife viewing opportunities. The Palisades Creek Trail begins nearby, leading hikers, mountain bikers and horseback riders to beautiful Upper Palisades Lake and expansive views of Swan Valley.
Facilities
The campground offers three group sites that can accommodate up to 50 people each, with picnic tables and campfire rings with grills. Single and double sites are available as well, some have stairs from the parking spur to the site pad. Vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided, but there is no electricity. Roads and parking spurs within the site are gravel. Firewood is available for purchase from the host.
Natural Features
The campground is situated near Palisades Reservoir in a forest of lodgepole pines, which provide partial shade. The campground is relatively flat and some sites offer views of Star Valley. Summer wildflowers are abundant. Wind and summer thunderstorms should be expected.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (541) 351-1182.
Nearby Attractions
The town of Alpine is just 2 miles east. The popular Mountain Days Celebration is held annually in June, complete with arts and crafts shows, food, live music, a horseshoe tournament, authentic pioneer village and Native American dancers. Jackson, Wyoming is 40 miles north, with restaurants, shops, galleries and ski resorts with summer activities. Grand Teton National Park is approximately 55 miles north, with boating, fishing, hiking, canoeing and outstanding mountain scenery. The Snake River and Swan Valley offer more great fishing and boating, as well as rafting, canoeing and numerous trails for hiking, biking, horseback and ATV riding.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundAlpine North Loop Campground is located in Idaho
Directions
From Alpine, Wyoming, travel 2 miles west on Highway 26 to the campground entrance.
Coordinates
43.1963889 N
111.0411111 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 3/26/26
VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 22 usersLast on 3/26/26
AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 3/26/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 3/26/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 22 usersLast on 3/26/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 3/26/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
Drive Time
- 1 hr 12 min from Idaho Falls, ID
- 1 hr 55 min from Pocatello, ID
- 2 hrs 37 min from Logan, UT
- 3 hrs 12 min from Ogden, UT
